This is an archive of CompuServe forum messages from 1985 to 1995, as saved in transcripts by John Foust.
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#Music-X
Message #115456
Has anyone had any hands on experience with the Music-X program? I would like to find out more about it before purchasing any MIDI software. I was considering Pro-MIDI Studio, but want to know about Music-X first. Thanks. Dom Fontana
Kind Words
Message #115454
I had unfortunately purchased the "Kind Words" Word Processor when I recently purchased my A500 based on the salesman's recommendation. I needed one right away to replace the one I had been using on my 8-bit Atari system, which I sold to purchase the Amiga. I had been using PaperClip…
Kind Words
Message #115454
I had unfortunately purchased the "Kind Words" Word Processor when I recently purchased my A500 based on the salesman's recommendation. I needed one right away to replace the one I had been using on my 8-bit Atari system, which I sold to purchase the Amiga. I had been using PaperClip…
Roger, Re the disk drive extension cable. I already called the co., liked what I heard and ordered the cable. Thanks, Dom Fontana
Disk Drive Speed Checker
Message #114716
I've browsed the DLs, but to no avail. Does anyone know of a public domain program for checking the speed and alignment of the internal drive? Thanks. Dom Fontana
Barry, From all I've heard and read Pro-MIDI Studio is a winner and the Sound Digitizer is a loser. I'll probably get Pro-MIDI and the ECE interface. Dom Fontana
Better Database
Message #114452
Which DataBase is better for home use. DataRetrieve by Abacus Software or SuperBase-Personal? Or is there another database in that price range that's better than both of these? Dom Fontana
Roger, Thanks for the information concerning the drive cable extenders. 2 Questions: First, is the cable connected to the existing drive cable as an extension, or does it replace the existing cable and get connected directly to the interior of the drive? Second, I heard that if you make the…
Rick, That was an excellent answer concerning the event capacity of Pro-MIDI Studio. You have answered my question entirely. After I left the last message about # of tracks, I was going to ask about the event capacity. As long as it can hold that many notes, it will be…
Rick, You're very knowledgeable about the Amiga. Thanks for clearing up my misunderstanding concerning the audio specs. As soon as my first issue of AC arrives, I might look into ordering some back issues. Other than AC and AmigaWorld, are there any other Amiga-specific magazines that you'd recommend? Dom Fontana
Sony Speakers
Message #114207
c.j., Thanks for the info re the Sony APM-007AV speakers. I also live in NYC. Where did you get your speakers? Dom Fontana
#Access!V1.29
Message #114206
Rick, I don"t mean to beat a dead horse but, concerning Pro-MIDI Studio again. I know that the number of tracks is dependent on the memory and the amount of data in each track, etc.. However, what is a ballpark figure for a 1 MEG Amiga for tracks that don"t…
#MIDI Software
Message #114203
Rick, The info about the Mimetics sampler was interesting. I didn"t know the top high end was only 7KHz and the top S/N ratio only 52 db. However, according to what you say, that is the best I should expext for now, so I,m still concerning it. But, as you…
Access!.V1.29
Message #114201
Keith, That explains it. I had not done it properly. I"ll try it again and let you know how I made out. Thanks. Dom Fontana
Access!.V1.29
Message #114200
Steve, Re Access defaults: I had put my default.def file into the Tooltypes string, using "Info" from the Workbench. I must have made a mistake concerning the DEFINE gadget of Access. I"ll check my settings and then try it again. Dom Fontana
Rick, I'll try it and let you know how I make out. By the way, Does Dr. T's KCS have a set number of tracks or is it also dynamic? If not, how many tracks? Dom Fontana
Allen, I'm leaning toward the Soundscape Pro-Midi with their Sound Sampler and the ECE interface. I'll probably decide soon. Dom Fontana
Rick, This is really not that important, but just to set the record straight: Your last message to me concerning Soundscape Pro-MIDI started with the statement, "You're both right". I assumed you meant the so-called MIDI specialist salesman and myself. That's not the case. The salesman did not know what…
Barry, I had thought that maybe there was a definitive speaker setup for the 1084 monitor. Or a set of speakers that were being specifically made for the 1084. If such is not the case, then I'll check an audio shop as you recommended. Dom Fontana
Don, I've started reading the AmigaDos Manual. I had thought that there was a simple way to get Access! running before I had completed the manual. Thanks, Dom Fontana
Thanks
Message #113540
Marlene, I followed your directives and DLed the appropriate ARC files. After reading the help file, I tried it, and it worked perfectly, unARCing all the files I had previously DLed. Thank you. Dom Fontana
#Access!V1.29
Message #113539
I just downloaded Access!V1.29 and unARCed it. I then copied these 7 files to my S Directory: Access! – Access!.info – Acc!.keys – Acc!.color – Acc!8.color – Acc!.def – Acc!.phone . These files are on a newly formatted disk with nothing else on it. When I type "Access!" from the…
I'll probably get the ECE interface. I know many of these products have already been reviewed, but I just started my magazine subscriptions and I figured it was faster toi get the info here rather than wait for a back issue to come. Dom Fontana
Rick, I'll probably buy the ECE interface. I went to my computer dealer today because he said the MIDI specialist was only in on Saturday. Unfortunately he wasn't much of a specialist. He didn't know that there was a difference between the 16 MIDI channels and the number of Tracks…
Marlene, Thanks for the help with the ARC procedure. Dom Fontana
#Speakers-Cable-ARCing
Message #113422
I have 3 inquiries: 1) Any recommendations for fairly cheap self-powered and shielded stereo speakers for use with the 1084 monitor? 2) How can I have my 1010 Disk Drive modified so that it has a longer cable? It is so short that it must be placed directly next to…
Barry, Thanks for the info on CZL. Dom Fontana
Allen, Thanks, but I'm not looking for an entry level sequencer. I'm a new Amiga user, but not a new computer user. I had previously used MidiTrack III for about 3 years with my Atari 130 XE, before I sold it. I probably don't want Texture II because it's too…
Barry, Thanks, but my setup is such that the speakers are going to be right next to the monitor. Do you know of any shielded self-powered speakers? Dom Fontana
Rick, Your last message was crystal clear. Anyway, which MIDI interfaces does the Dr. T's program work with anyway? Dom Fontana
Dear Rick, I thought I wanted a top-of-the-line sequencer, but I don't think I want to spend the money for Texture II. I found a store with the ECE interface for ?60.00. I'll probably purchase that. Both of my synths are multi-timbral. The Korg DS-8 has 8 voices and the…
Thanks, Doug for refrehing my memory. Dom Fontana
They're sending me a catalogue describing the program. However, I needed a wp right away, so I bought WordPerfect today. Quite expensive, but very impressive. I'm disappointed in the store I bought it from though. I knew the 9/28/87 version had a major bug that prevented you from running the…
Glad to be here, Marlene! Dom Fontana
Mike, thanks for the info on the software. Dom Fontana
Thanks for the info on the Wp, Database, and Spreadsheet. Dom Fontana
Steve, Thanks. I guess I was really spoiled by Atari PaperClip. I used it extensively. Brian Niessen is sending me some info on DesignText. Dom Fontana
Rick, Thanks, but I didn't understand your answer. Probably because I forgot what question you were answering. Dom Fontana
Thanks for straightening me out. I imagine you hook up the MIDI interface to the serial port and then hook up the modem to the interface, with the switch letting you select between the two. I have already subscribed to both Amazing Computing and AmigaWorld. About stereo sound. I didn't…
#Word Processors et al.
Message #113053
What is the best Word Processor for the Amiga, other than WordPerfect? Or is that the only good one? I tried "Kind Words" by The Disc Company and was completely dissatisfied. Also, the best database and spreadsheet? My salesman recommended "DataRetrieve" by Abacus, and "Haicalc" by Haitex as the best…
Thanks for the info re ECE interface. Dom Fontana
Allen, What kind of interface does the Dr. T sequencer use? Dom Fontana
That's good to hear, Ben. Dom Fontana
John, Thanks for the info. I got the new keyboard and now the 1084 monitor is acting up. First it was arcing (making a snapping sound) and now it went out completely 2 times during a session. My dealer is exchanging it for another one. I also bought "7 Cities…
Steve, I remember you from the Atari Sig. You gave me alot of online help with your program "PaperClip". I have a question. What is the best word Processor for the Amiga, other than WordPerfect? I just got my Amiga and needed a WP right away. The salesman recommended "Kind…
Rick: My setup consists of a Korg DS-8,Casio CZ-101, and Yamaha RX-15 Drum machine. I make multitrack tapes as a hobby. The only other MIDI software I had was MidiTrack III for the Atari by Hybrid Arts and CZ-Patch, also by them. Besides a sequencer, I was interested in librarian…
#Terminal Software
Message #112739
I'm looking for better terminal software than AmigaTerm that came with the 1680 modem. Any suggestions for commercial or public domain software would be appreciated. Thanks. Dom Fontana
#MIDI Software
Message #112738
Does anyone have any suggestions on which MIDI interface and software I should purchase. Right now I'm primarily interested in sequencer software and would like to know if anyone has any recommendations for this and other types of MIDI software for the Amiga. Also, the recommended interface to purchase. Thanks,…
Dear Marlene, I see you like to leave messages late at night also. My work is becoming affected because I can't pull my self away from the Amiga. I guess the reason there are ex-Atari 8-bitters here is because the Amiga has many features over the ST that attracted those…
Dear Ben, I am pleasantly surprised by all the prompt responses I've already received. As you know there has always been some kind of rivalry or product loyalty between Commodore and Atari users and I was never a part of it. In the Atari SIG, most of the users used…
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